Uncontrolled sand harvesting in Kisumu West puts homes, water sources at risk

Sand harvesting threaten safety of homes below a hill in Sinyolo through erosion and debris. [Michael Mute, Standard]

A stroll at Amimo village in Kisumu West reveals a disturbing yet an activity slowly gaining root in the area as residents scramble to kill from sand mining.

Huge gaping holes, destroyed trees, destroyed water pipes, and homes left hanging on cliffs as a result of uncontrolled mining are a common scene.